The Veteran's initial rating for phobic disorder with alcohol and cocaine dependence in full remission is denied. The case is remanded for further development regarding the Veteran's TDIU claim prior to April 21, 2014.
The deciding factor: The evidence does not meet the criteria for a higher disability rating due to the severity of symptoms consistent with total occupational and social impairment.
- Claimed conditions
- phobic disorder
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- March 29, 2023
- Citation
- 23019293
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What this means for you
A remand sends an issue back for more development, often a new examination or missing records. It does not award the benefit or decide the final outcome. The original decision explains the additional work ordered.
What you can do next
Use your own notice and decision stage. A remanded issue is not a final court-appealable denial. VA review guidance and CAVC filing instructions (U.S. federal; reviewed October 7, 2026).
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